I need help figuring out, what my next steps are.. do I have to leave it up to HR from here on out?

Speak to an experienced employment attorney as soon as possible.

It can be hard to find an experienced employment attorney. It is even harder to find those of us who have experience representing federal...

Can an employer in NC withhold a paycheck for any reason?

No. It is unlawful for your employer to refuse to pay you earned wages on the paydate the wages are due. If he believes you stole the tickets, he...

I recommend that your husband file for unemployment. Additionally, depending on whether he is exempt or not, he may be entitled to overtime. If...

If you were scheduled to work after lunch and did not come back after lunch, that would be considered job abandonment if you were not approved to...

Do I have any options for recourse? Defamation? Throw manager in jail?

It is hard to tell from these facts. I do not see any defamation claims in these facts nor do I see a reason for law enforcement to "throw manager...

Can I buy my own Dash cam for my company vehicle?

Yes, you can buy a dash cam for your company vehicle. However, your employer can refuse to allow you to use or have the dash cam in the vehicle. ...

Yes. They can threaten you into working overtime. Also, you need to know that intimidation/bullying is not unlawful. Actually, unless you work...

Can I be suspended for being out sick ? An if I were suppose to receive a raise after my first 90 days yet haven't an its a year

Yes. North Carolina is an employment-at-will state were you can be disciplined at any time for any reason. The law in this state does not require...

CCan my previous employer not hire me back because I was on FMLA when I worked there before?

Possibly. You should consult with an experienced employment attorney as soon as you can. The FMLA regulations, 29 CFR 825.220, provide in...